Arran Amarone Cask

It should be no surprise to our frequent readers that we've tried our fair share of whiskies with different finishes. Finishing allows distilleries to impart a different set of flavors through aging the spirit, usually for the last year or two, in casks other than the usual ex-bourbon barrels. We've tried finishes with Sherry, Port, Rum, along with Shiraz, Madeira and Burgundy wines so far. We have a Scotch with Cote du Rhone and Clos de Tart on the docket. Heck, the last Arran we reviewed had a Sauternes finish. Therefore, it may not surprise anyone greatly for us to be interested by this Arran aged in Amarone casks. We came by it honestly, though, through a tasting at Ace Spirit's. The fact that it stood out over several other whiskies should be enough to pique your interest, as it did ours.